NORWAY — Angela Todd will present a talk on Thursday, November 21, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., called Hidden Stories: Orphanages, Asylums, and Magdalene Laundries at Norway Memorial Library. Whether it came from the community, the church, or the government, families have always needed help getting by. This presentation is an overview of the ways […]
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Friday Bridge results
OXFORD — On Friday, November 1, the Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club met and announced the following winners: 1st place: Misha Tomic of Waterford and Paul Kahl of Westbrook; 2nd place: Bob Blanchette of Casco and Mike Quinn of Otisfield’ tied for 3rd place: Linda Smith of Oxford and Pete Dickson of Yarmouth with Nancy […]
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Winter Kids auction kicks off
STATE — WinterKids invites you to be a part of creating lifelong healthy habits for children across Maine at our 2024 License to Chill Silent Auction and Live Event! Starting at noon on October 24, the silent auction offers exclusive experiences, luxury items, and unique packages that not only deliver excitement but also directly support […]
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‘Lovell, Maine: The Postcard View’
LOVELL — The Lovell Historical Society and the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library are sponsoring an afternoon presentation of early Lovell images. Kevin Johnson, photo archivist for the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport, Maine will present “Lovell, Maine: The Postcard View; Selections from the Eastern Illustrating & Publishing Company” at 4 p.m. on Sunday, November […]
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OH Bridge results
OXFORD — On October 25, the Oxford Hills Bridge Club met and announced the following winners: 1st place: Dick Allen of New Gloucester and Les Buzzell of Auburn; 2nd place: Misha Tomic of Waterford and Paul Kahl of Westbrook; 3rd place: David Lindley of Gorham and Dottie Kelleher of Westbrook; 4th place: Hazel Glazier of […]
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4-H offers online info session for aspiring volunteers
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 12 and 19. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees […]
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First Universal Nov. services
WEST PARIS — It may be getting cold outside, but there is always warmth in community and sharing connectedness and experiences. Please join us on Sundays at 9 a.m. Music is performed by guitarist Davy Sturtevant. Refreshments following the services. All are welcome! November 3, “See Life Steady and See it Whole,” led by guest […]
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This ‘n That
Fairs MINOT — A Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, November 9, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Minot Corner United Methodist Church, Rt. 121, at the corner of Minot Avenue & Empire Road. There will be homemade baked goods, a candy and fudge table, crafts, Old-fashioned Cabot Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese, and […]
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No Shelf-Control Author Showcase
PARIS — Free to the public, Paris Public Library is hosting the No Shelf-Control Author Showcase at the Deering Memorial Community Center on Saturday, November 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature an opportunity to meet and chat with various Maine authors, who will share morning and afternoon readings. There will […]
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Workshop for growing nut trees offered
PARIS — Join Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District on Wednesday, November 6 from 3-5 p.m. in Paris for a workshop about starting trees from seeds. There are many nut trees that are hardy in the northeast and can be easily grown in Maine. Nuts can provide a nutritious food source for people and […]